Splitting the points in Portland: Portland Timbers 0, LA Galaxy 0
3/25/2023 - Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports
Another fairly disappointing draw for the Galaxy, after another Expand
3/25/2023 - Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports
Another fairly disappointing draw for the Galaxy, after another dominant performance Kicking off Saturday’s slate of MLS action, LA Galaxy were on the road against Portland Timbers. While both sides came into this one in desperate need of three points, the Galaxy came into Saturday looking for their first win of the season. With the International window currently going on, Galaxy were not only down the injured Chicharito, but were without several players who were called to represent their respective countries.
The Juddgernaut. Congratulations on your first @MLS start, @prestonjudd10! pic.twitter.com/JebmovYqoh— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) March 25, 2023
Knowing how important early goals are to getting wins, Galaxy came out the gates strong. The team found themselves with several early goal scoring opportunities, one of the better looks coming from the kid making his first MLS start, Preston Judd. After breaking free in the box, Judd had a decent Collapse
An update on the future of LAG Confidential
3/24/2023 - Changes are coming, but we aren’t disappearing. LAG Confidential launched in 2011, which was Expand
3/24/2023 - Changes are coming, but we aren’t disappearing. LAG Confidential launched in 2011, which was perfect timing for a run of three LA Galaxy MLS Cup wins in the span of four seasons. In the meantime, the Galaxy have gone through a stunning array of coaches, players and, well, seasons too, but this site has been ticking over ever since.
I (Alicia) fully joined LAG Confidential in 2020 after several years in a behind-the-scenes role, taking over for the wonderful Mike Gray, and I (Trebor) joined in the summer of 2021 as a staff writer at the site. Over the past few years, we’ve covered the team through a pandemic, the likes of which we hope to never see again, ups and downs for the Galaxy and a surprisingly great debut season for NWSL outfit San Diego Wave FC.
In January, we were informed that Vox Media, the parent company of SB Nation, will no longer be supporting LAG Confidential, along with many other team sites. The news was a blow, and since then, we’ve been coming up with plans for Collapse
LA Galaxy acquire international roster slot from Seattle Sounders
3/21/2023 - Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Looks like the move before the move. The LA Galaxy announced on Expand
3/21/2023 - Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Looks like the move before the move. The LA Galaxy announced on Tuesday they have acquired an international roster slot for the 2023 MLS season from the Seattle Sounders, in exchange for $75,000 in 2023 general allocation money and $75,000 in 2024 general allocation money.
It would appear the move is likely to be a “table-setting” move ahead of another international addition in the coming days, with the Galaxy linked to Argentine defender Julian Aude over the weekend by MLSsoccer.com’s Tom Bogert. The 19-year-old has played his whole career to date at hometown side Lanús, and would be a U-22 Initiative signing. A left back, Aude would likely compete for minutes with Raheem Edwards.
But we’ll see if that’s what happens. I expect this is a preparatory move to add another player, but it is possible it could be a move intended to cover for a player already on the roster who hasn’t featured. But keep your eyes peeled for a new signing likely coming down Collapse
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Match Preview: LA Galaxy are headed to Portland shorthanded and searching for their first win
3/25/2023 - Photo by Shaun Clark/Getty Images
With several players on International duty, LA Galaxy Expand
3/25/2023 - Photo by Shaun Clark/Getty Images
With several players on International duty, LA Galaxy need a solid team performance to secure team’s first win The 2023 season hasn't gotten off to the start many had hoped for, but as LA Galaxy hit the road for this week’s match against Portland Timbers, they look to put together a performance worthy of three points to get them back on track. The good news is, while they haven't gotten results, they have played well for a lot of the season. Seizing opportunities with consistency is still a big key for this side, and if they can do that today, they will come away with the win.
Next stop: Portland, Oregon ✌️ #LAGalaxy x @MyVancouver pic.twitter.com/YixMDHzxuo— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) March 24, 2023
The Galaxy have a bit of an uphill climb this weekend, as they travel to face off against Portland Timbers. The G’s have yet to win a match in 2023 and while we are still quite a ways from “must-win” this is an important match for LA. The club Collapse
San Diego Wave FC sign midfielder Giovanna DeMarco
3/22/2023 - Wave FC make it official with their 2023 NWSL draft selection Wave FC have added another player to Expand
3/22/2023 - Wave FC make it official with their 2023 NWSL draft selection Wave FC have added another player to the roster, as the team make their final preparations ahead of the start to the season this weekend. Adding some depth in the middle of the pitch, the club announced today the signing of midfielder Giovanna DeMarco. The Wake Forest alumni signs a one-year deal through 2023, after being selected by San Diego in this year’s NWSL Draft.
Signed & sealed. ✍️Let's gooo!! #VamosWave— San Diego Wave FC (@sandiegowavefc) March 22, 2023
“Giovanna is a talented young player who will add depth to our roster following her collegiate career at Wake Forest,” said San Diego Wave FC Head Coach Casey Stoney in a statement. “We were excited to select her in the NWSL Draft and watched her progress with the team during preseason, seeing first-hand her qualities and mindset.”
DeMarco, 23, spent five years at Wake forest. She had 74 appearances with 69 starts, scoring 11 goals and serving up seven Collapse
San Diego Wave FC sign 15-year-old local Melanie Barcenas
3/21/2023 - Courtesy of San Diego Wave FC
Youngest player signed in league history. San Diego Wave FC Expand
3/21/2023 - Courtesy of San Diego Wave FC
Youngest player signed in league history. San Diego Wave FC announced on Tuesday they have signed forward Melanie Barcenas. The 15-year-old is the league’s youngest-ever signing, beating out newly inked Washington Spirit youngster Chloe Ricketts, signed in the offseason.
Barcenas is a native of Claremont and came through the San Diego Surf academy system. She has repeatedly been called up to various U.S. youth international teams.
“We are very happy that Melanie and her family have decided to entrust her hometown club as the place for her to begin her professional career,” said San Diego Wave FC head coach Casey Stoney in a team statement. “The coaches at San Diego Surf have been instrumental in helping her develop as a person and as a player for her entire youth career. We’re excited to maximize her potential through the coming years, while being patient and deliberate in advancing her development while ensuring she retains some routine and Collapse
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LA Galaxy sign GK Aaron Cervantes to short-term agreement
3/24/2023 - Photo by Mark Scates/SNS Group via Getty Images
Los Dos signing making a short-term move Expand
3/24/2023 - Photo by Mark Scates/SNS Group via Getty Images
Los Dos signing making a short-term move up to first team. The LA Galaxy announced on Friday they have signed goalkeeper Aaron Cervantes to a short-term loan from LA Galaxy II. The move will make Cervantes a backup to Jonathan Klinsmann in goal for Saturday’s game at the Portland Timbers. Regular Galaxy first team starter Jonathan Bond is dealing with a shoulder injury and is expected to miss 2-4 weeks.
Cervantes, 21, was announced as a signing with the Galaxy’s reserve team, LA Galaxy II, earlier this week ahead of their season opener. It’s a homecoming of sorts, with Cervantes playing at the Galaxy Academy prior to signing his first professional deal, with Orange County SC, as a 15-year-old. Making his on-field debut in 2019 with OCSC, he was a regular until transferring to Scottish giant Rangers FC in 2021. Part of the reserve ranks there, he moved back to his native California and has signed with Los Dos.
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LA Galaxy sign Argentine defender Julian Aude
3/21/2023 - Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images
19-year-old keeps “fullbacks named Julian” intact Expand
3/21/2023 - Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images
19-year-old keeps “fullbacks named Julian” intact for G’z. The LA Galaxy announced on Tuesday they have signed 19-year-old defender Julian Aude. The youngster has been transferred from Argentine side Lanús and signed on a five-year deal as a U-22 Initiative player. The Galaxy have moved Efrain Alvarez into a TAM player from a U-22 Initiative slot in order to make room for Aude.
“We are pleased to announce Julián as the newest member of the club,” said LA Galaxy head coach and sporting director Greg Vanney in a team statement. “Julián is a very talented and highly competitive young player with a great education from his previous club Lanús and with the Argentine Youth National Teams. We look forward to integrating him into the team and continuing his development.”
Aude has played his entire pro career at hometown club Lanús, making 54 appearances across all competitions since turning pro in 2020. In addition to his experience in domestic Collapse
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